How to Create a PDF for Book Publishing

Most self-publishers
write their book using Microsoft Word and then create a PDF file from
the Microsoft Word file. When the Word file is exported to PDF, it
will not embed the common fonts using Word's default
settings. Fonts not being embedded in the PDF file is the biggest
issue we see with the PDF files we receive.

For instance: Arial is a common font, but there
are hundreds of different versions of Arial, and our version might be
a little different than yours. If our version is different than
yours, some letters, symbols, or a font substitution can take place
and end up distorting the flow of the text and layout when we print
your book.

Create a PDF with DiggyPOD's Online Converter

At
DiggyPOD, we know how frustrating it can be when creating a PDF file
correctly. This is why we have created a Free Online Word to PDF
Conversion tool. The free PDF creation software will take your
Word document and convert it to a Print-Ready PDF file. Our create to
PDF tool will convert most Word documents, but some older versions of
Word may not convert perfectly. Our PDF converter may also not have
the exact same fonts that you have and therefore will not convert your
file.

If you are using an older version of Word, or using fonts that we do
not have, you can use a program called doPDF. Below we will show you
how to create a good PDF file using the doPDF printer. We have created
some video tutorials to show you how to use the doPDF printer and how
to check to make sure your fonts are embedded. Make sure you have
reviewed our Templates
and Margins video and our Cover Template video
before creating your PDF.

Keep in mind that you are taking one software format and converting
it to another format. Whatever PDF conversion software you decide to
use, please make sure to proof your PDF file very carefully before
submitting your book printing order.

How to Save or Export Adobe InDesign as a PDF

If you are
using Adobe InDesign, you can create a PDF right from the program.
Adobe Creative Suite is great for laying out a book, and we recommend
exporting your PDF's using the PDF/x-1a:2001 setting. This setting
will automatically embed your fonts and alert you if there are any low
resolution graphics. Adobe also has a nice video explaining how to create a PDF out of
InDesign. Just remember to use the PDF/x-1a:2001
setting.

Feel free to give us a call with any questions about book
publishing and creating a PDF, at 1-877-944-7844.
We are here to help you in your quest to become published.

Video Tutorial of doPDF Conversion Software

Step 1. Download the doPDF Print Software

Step 2. Install the doPDF Creation Software

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Step 3. Create a PDF of your Book

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